Sin is a crazy thing. It can take a minor situation and somehow make us respond in majorly bad ways. Sin has a way of getting into our hearts and minds and leading us down a bad path. That's what happened to Cain. God didn't accept Cain's offering (it never says that God was angry or rejected Cain...just his offering) and Cain let that grow into an intense anger/jealousy at his brother which led Cain to kill Able.
For some reason, that sibling relationship can be really difficult at times. It's so easy to let a little sin work it's ugly magic on us and lead us deeper into sin with our siblings. God's warning to Cain was a powerful one and it is just as real for us. Sin is waiting to pounce on us and we must beat it down so it doesn't overcome us. You may never kill your brother or sister, but consider Jesus' words in Matthew 5:21-22. Are you still as innocent as you think??
- What are the major things that cause conflict between you and your siblings?
- How can you fight sin and prevent things from getting out of hand?
Pastor Dave
1 comment:
I have always been so surprised at this story. I never realized that jealousy could take over people in such a drastic way!
Although I have my differences with my siblings, we get along incredibly now. Our biggest conflict at this point, is when one of them makes a face at something I do!!
I know, even with little things like that, I need to be patient and kind about it!!
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